NIL Brand Partnership Executive
Nichols College, Dudley, MA, United States
and the job listing Expires on April 9, 2026
Axe Sports Group – Next Play Initiative (NPI) Location:
Northern New York / Eastern Ontario / Western Quebec (Within ~1.5–2 hours of Potsdam, NY) Type:
Flexible | Commission-Based | 1-Year Term
About the Opportunity Axe Sports Group is building a selective network of
NIL Brand Partnership Executives
— experienced, relationship-driven sales professionals who will represent Axe in developing NIL partnerships for student-athletes and supporting athletic departments through our
Next Play Initiative (NPI).
This role is
regionally focused in Northern New York and Eastern Ontario , and we are specifically seeking candidates located within
a 1.5–2 hour driving radius of Potsdam, NY , including nearby communities in both the United States and Canada.
Ideal candidates may be located in areas such as:
Potsdam, NY
Canton, NY
Watertown, NY
Plattsburgh, NY
Kingston, ON
Cornwall, ON
Montreal, QC
Local market familiarity and regional brand relationships are highly valuable in this role.
This is a
high-impact, commission-only position
designed for individuals with proven sales, business development, or partnership experience who want to earn performance-based income in the rapidly growing
Name, Image & Likeness (NIL)
industry.
Executives in this network may be activated to support university partnerships and will also have the ability to source NIL deals for Axe’s existing athlete roster year-round.
This flexible deployment model is similar to the
associate pools used by consulting and professional services firms
— offering freedom, high earnings potential, and the chance to work on meaningful NIL projects.
About the NPI Sales Network Our
NPI Sales Network
consists of trained professionals who:
Are eligible for activation into university partnerships
Work directly with athletic departments as part of our NPI offering
Maintain access to Axe’s athlete roster to source NIL deals anytime
Represent Axe with professionalism and consistency
This model ensures universities receive top-tier support while allowing executives to continuously build brand relationships and earn commission.
About the Next Play Initiative (NPI) The
Next Play Initiative (NPI)
is Axe Sports Group’s national university support program designed to elevate the student-athlete experience through:
NIL education and readiness
Mental performance training
A dedicated NIL sales engine that drives athlete partnerships
As a
NIL Brand Partnership Executive , you play a direct role in executing that sales engine for partnered universities.
Responsibilities University Partnership Support (When Activated)
Represent Axe Sports Group to designated athletic programs
Drive brand outreach and pitch NIL partnership opportunities
Present partnership concepts to businesses and university staff
Support proposal development and partnership executionMaintain strict professionalism and process compliance
Build relationships with local, regional, and national brands
Create NIL partnership ideas tailored to Axe athletes
Pitch, negotiate, and advance partnership conversations
Enter all opportunities into Axe’s structured deal pipeline
Collaborate with internal staff to finalize and activate deals
What We’re Looking For We strongly encourage applications from experienced professionals, including:
Sponsorship or partnership managers
Marketing and advertising sales professionals
Individuals with strong
local or regional brand relationships
Former student-athletes or alumni with deep university ties
Individuals with
1–5+ years of sales experience
seeking a flexible, performance-based role
Proven relationship builder
Self‑motivated and disciplined
Excellent follow‑through and professionalism
Strong presentation and outreach skills
Interest in NIL, college athletics, or brand partnerships
What You Gain
Opportunity to leverage your sales experience inside a fast‑growing industry
Flexibility to work around other professional commitments
Exposure to Axe’s university and athlete network
Sales training within our
NPI Sales Engine
Direct access to Axe leadership and operational support
Unlimited commission potential
Compensation
Commission-only
Compensation paid when NIL deals are successfully completed
No hourly pay or base salary
Earnings are performance‑driven and not guaranteed
Significant upside for individuals with strong networks and sales ability
Requirements
Comfortable operating as a commission‑only independent contractor
Ability to commit to a
one‑year engagement
Reliable communication and follow‑through
Willingness to use Axe’s outreach, process, and compliance structure
Participation in
monthly check‑ins with Axe leadership
Ability to represent Axe and university partners with professionalism
Application Instructions
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Axe Sports Group – Next Play Initiative (NPI) Location:
Northern New York / Eastern Ontario / Western Quebec (Within ~1.5–2 hours of Potsdam, NY) Type:
Flexible | Commission-Based | 1-Year Term
About the Opportunity Axe Sports Group is building a selective network of
NIL Brand Partnership Executives
— experienced, relationship-driven sales professionals who will represent Axe in developing NIL partnerships for student-athletes and supporting athletic departments through our
Next Play Initiative (NPI).
This role is
regionally focused in Northern New York and Eastern Ontario , and we are specifically seeking candidates located within
a 1.5–2 hour driving radius of Potsdam, NY , including nearby communities in both the United States and Canada.
Ideal candidates may be located in areas such as:
Potsdam, NY
Canton, NY
Watertown, NY
Plattsburgh, NY
Kingston, ON
Cornwall, ON
Montreal, QC
Local market familiarity and regional brand relationships are highly valuable in this role.
This is a
high-impact, commission-only position
designed for individuals with proven sales, business development, or partnership experience who want to earn performance-based income in the rapidly growing
Name, Image & Likeness (NIL)
industry.
Executives in this network may be activated to support university partnerships and will also have the ability to source NIL deals for Axe’s existing athlete roster year-round.
This flexible deployment model is similar to the
associate pools used by consulting and professional services firms
— offering freedom, high earnings potential, and the chance to work on meaningful NIL projects.
About the NPI Sales Network Our
NPI Sales Network
consists of trained professionals who:
Are eligible for activation into university partnerships
Work directly with athletic departments as part of our NPI offering
Maintain access to Axe’s athlete roster to source NIL deals anytime
Represent Axe with professionalism and consistency
This model ensures universities receive top-tier support while allowing executives to continuously build brand relationships and earn commission.
About the Next Play Initiative (NPI) The
Next Play Initiative (NPI)
is Axe Sports Group’s national university support program designed to elevate the student-athlete experience through:
NIL education and readiness
Mental performance training
A dedicated NIL sales engine that drives athlete partnerships
As a
NIL Brand Partnership Executive , you play a direct role in executing that sales engine for partnered universities.
Responsibilities University Partnership Support (When Activated)
Represent Axe Sports Group to designated athletic programs
Drive brand outreach and pitch NIL partnership opportunities
Present partnership concepts to businesses and university staff
Support proposal development and partnership executionMaintain strict professionalism and process compliance
Build relationships with local, regional, and national brands
Create NIL partnership ideas tailored to Axe athletes
Pitch, negotiate, and advance partnership conversations
Enter all opportunities into Axe’s structured deal pipeline
Collaborate with internal staff to finalize and activate deals
What We’re Looking For We strongly encourage applications from experienced professionals, including:
Sponsorship or partnership managers
Marketing and advertising sales professionals
Individuals with strong
local or regional brand relationships
Former student-athletes or alumni with deep university ties
Individuals with
1–5+ years of sales experience
seeking a flexible, performance-based role
Proven relationship builder
Self‑motivated and disciplined
Excellent follow‑through and professionalism
Strong presentation and outreach skills
Interest in NIL, college athletics, or brand partnerships
What You Gain
Opportunity to leverage your sales experience inside a fast‑growing industry
Flexibility to work around other professional commitments
Exposure to Axe’s university and athlete network
Sales training within our
NPI Sales Engine
Direct access to Axe leadership and operational support
Unlimited commission potential
Compensation
Commission-only
Compensation paid when NIL deals are successfully completed
No hourly pay or base salary
Earnings are performance‑driven and not guaranteed
Significant upside for individuals with strong networks and sales ability
Requirements
Comfortable operating as a commission‑only independent contractor
Ability to commit to a
one‑year engagement
Reliable communication and follow‑through
Willingness to use Axe’s outreach, process, and compliance structure
Participation in
monthly check‑ins with Axe leadership
Ability to represent Axe and university partners with professionalism
Application Instructions
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